noun

plugging

PLUH-gihng

Plugging (noun) means the act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug. Example: “Plugging the leak took most of the afternoon.”

noun

The act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug.

"Plugging the leak took most of the afternoon."

(informal) The promoting of something, such as a product or one's own work.

"His constant plugging of the app annoyed his followers."

How to use plugging

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBlocking a gap, connecting a device, or (informally) promoting something.

Word forms

pluggings plural

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Rhymes for plugging

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Frequently asked questions

What does “plugging” mean?

The word “plugging” means the act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug. In plain terms, blocking a gap, connecting a device, or (informally) promoting something.

How do you pronounce “plugging”?

“Plugging” is pronounced PLUH-gihng (/ˈplʌɡɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “plugging” in a sentence?

Here is “plugging” used in a sentence: “Plugging the leak took most of the afternoon.”

What part of speech is “plugging”?

“Plugging” is a noun.

How many meanings does “plugging” have?

“Plugging” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug.